SHORT ANSWER:
The Governor can overrule the advice of the Council of Ministers in specific situations such as when the government is acting against the Constitution or in cases of breakdown of constitutional machinery.
DETAILS:
- The Governor acts on the advice of the Council of Ministers but has discretion in certain situations.
- These situations include when the government is not functioning according to the Constitution or when there is a need to impose President's Rule under Article 356.
- The Governor can also refuse to act on the advice if it is unconstitutional or if it involves a matter of grave national importance.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If the Governor imposes President's Rule, the state government is dissolved, and the state is governed directly by the central government.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Articles 163, 356.
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